1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Vivace | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
